Hello peoples of FanFiction! My name is Robyn, and this is my very first story ever. I know it's not the best, it probably has like 3538qu49234u3 grammatical errors in it and Mara is kinda out of character, but whateves. Constructive critism would be greatly appreciated and would absolutely love it if you could leave a review, even just a single world would be fantastic! This story has a bit of Amfie, that is for my twin sister Kaetlyn. If, in the future I post any Amfie one-shots, they would written by her; Amfie is her second favorite couple and she often complain that there arent enough stories on them. Anyways... on with the story!

Disclaimer: I do no own House of Anubis.

Mara Jaffray sat on the purple couch in the drama room reading, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows". It was definitely one of her all-time favourite novels. It was just so intriguing; the mystery, the adventure, the family love, the magic, the romance; it all pulled her in, she just wanted to keep reading, it was a page-turner as the book critiques would say. The novel held so much emotion, so much happiness, anger, love and hatred. Her brown eyes sparkled with interest, darting across the page, taking in every little detail.

A loud sigh caused her to look up from the exciting novel, Alfie Lewis, her fellow housemate, had a dazed expression on his face. Mara followed his eyes, and realized he wasn't staring at the stage curtain, but the girl sitting up on stage brushing her long blonde hair, Amber Millington, another student who lived in Anubis House. Amber was pretty, that was undeniable; her gray eyes always twinkled with excitement, her hair was always perfect; not a strand out of place, her make-up was always well done. Her beauty was magazine cover worthy. Mara liked her, in the past they had a little a fight over a Mick, but the past was the past and both of them were over it, they were once again good friends. Mick definitely caused Mara loss, she almost lost everything, friends, respect, loyalty; even some of her marks began dropping, because she spent the afternoons tutoring and the evening training him. Being the person she was, Mara did not bear a grudge against him, she continued life just like it was before they has started dating.

Mick came back from Australia and moved in with Fabian and Eddie. According to Amber, Mick dated Kelsey, a cheerleader, but she cheated on him with Derek. When he found out, Kelsey was quick to dump him, because she didn't want people to know that a guy like him broke up with someone as "fabulous" as her. Mick's heart had been shattered, he felt as if Kelsey had just stabbed him with a blade. Joy, the petite brunette had experienced the same thing; someone she loved, did not love her back in the same way, instead they loved someone else. She helped him move on and now they were actually dating.

Her thought returned to her dark friend and she stifled a giggle, he had fallen hard for the blonde beauty. At the same time Mara felt really bad for Alfie, he was head over heels in love with her and Amber didn't even consider dating him. There was absolutely nothing wrong with Alfie, he was just a little…loud and crazy for Amber's liking, she liked guys who dressed well, styled their hair, were rich and would look great with her in pictures. She judged people by their looks, something Mara secretly did not like about the blonde, she believed you had to get to know the person first.

Getting up, she snuck up behind Alfie, he didn't even notice her and Mara could resist the urge to scream. Oh Alfie….. Mara let out and inaudible sigh and looked up smirking, anyone would notice that she was acting differently.

"BOO!" Her unexpected arrival caused Alfie to let out a high- pitched scream and fall of the couch. A few heads turned their way, once realizing it was only Alfie Lewis; they resumed what they were doing. Registering what has just happened, Alfie quickly stood up and faced the brunette, eyes wide with shock.

"Mara you nearly gave me a heart attack! In fact, I think I might have to get this ear checked, because you shattered my eardrum!" He squealed and he gasped "Worst of all, you made me look bad in front of Amber!" Amber hadn't even noticed anything, she was still combing through her long hair and flipping through her fashion magazine, silently approving of the fashion choices people had made.

Mara simply giggled, "Oh Alfie, you really like her, don't you? Seriously, don't waste your time on Amber; she only knows you exist because you two live in the same house." She told him truthfully. Mara believed that eventually Alfie would get over Amber; he had been crushing on her for three years now.

"What do you mean 'don't waste your time on Amber? Why, do you think she is too good for me, that she wouldn't want to date me?" he asked. Someone else might have said these words with venom clinging to each word, each syllable, but not Alfie, his words always held a hint of happiness. That was one of the many reasons why Mara liked Alfie; he was fun to be around. Never not once would you stressed out while hanging with Alfie, he always lifted the tension, living his life carelessly and happily.

"No! Of course not! I'm just saying that Amber isn't really your type, she goes for guys who are more….sporty and up to date with the trends and such." She said, smiling up at him. "You have created your own style, the Alfie Style…it's a unique way to dress, it's what makes you, you"

Alfie scoffed; shaking his head he snuck another longing glance at Amber. An idea clicked in his mind and he looked down at the short, tan-skinned girl

"Fine, let's settle this my way, How about a bet?" He suggested, without letting her respond he continued. "The winter dance is coming up in two weeks and I bet I can make Amber go with me."

"And would I have to do?" Mara asked, slightly afraid of the answer. Alfie was a good person, kind-hearted and would never intentionally inflict pain, but he had one heck of an imagination and could come up with the wackiest ideas.

"Hmmm, let me see." The boy closed his large, dark brown eyes, deeply thinking of a good one. After what seemed like hours he finally came up with something that was 'pure brilliance'."Aha!" he popped his eyes open, looking at the petite brunette standing in front of him. "Mara Jaffray you have to get Jerome Clarke to take you to the winter dance." He finally stated.

It took a few moments for Mara to take in what he had just said, once realizing it she looked at him in the eye. This was certainly not what she expected, not even close. How could he have possibly even thought of something like this, it was preposterous.

"Oh and he has to be the one asking, not you." He clarified.

"What?" Mara exclaimed. She was stilled shocked by what Alfie had just said.

"I said, you got to get Jerome to take you to the Winter Dance. And if you don't or I get Amver to say first then….." The boy thought for something funny, something that would make people say 'Whoa'. He smiled deviously, "hen you have to post an article on the school website about your undying love for Jerome Clarke.

"You're insane…"Mara muttered, shaking her head, but a smile was clear on her face.

"How do you know that I am not just a sane person in the world of insanity" he asked, although his question was never answered.

"If I succeed in my 'task' first, then you have to announce on the P.A system you undying love for Amber Millington." She replied back, smiling. This was unusual for her, but she was letting loose, having fun and not worrying about the English essay due in 3 weeks. Alfie liked this side of Mara, her fun side. She was already sweet, kind, caring, clever and smart, who knew she could be this fun, this conniving.

"So, I am assuming we have a deal." He stated, holding out his hand.

"Deal" she confirmed, shaking the lanky boy's hand. Alfie stood up taller, smiled down at her once more and walked away, eventually breaking into a run once he remembered Trudy made cookies. Once he was out of sight, Mara realized what she had done, it hit her like a brick.

"Oh no, she muttered quietly, returning to the couch that she had previously sat on. She attempted reading until the bell rang, but she could not focus, the whole time her mind was occupied by different thoughts. Specifically, on how she would get Jerome to ask her out. Yes, she knew that in the past her had liked her, but he didn't anymore, that was last year and things changed; they barely even spoke.

I am going to have to take baby steps first, at least begin speaking with him.

With her plan set, she got up and walked out of the drama room, then out of the school, heading towards her destination in mind, Anubis House.

What did you think? I know it was awful, I prefer reading over writing, but just wanted to try. There wasnt any JARA moments in this, but there will be in the future. I am not sure when i will update again, hopefully soon. Maybe on Sunday... I dunno... Oh and if are not from the states or are not watching it as the same time as us, please let me know..I would feel awful and extremely guilty if I spoiled anything for others.

-Robyn :)

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